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Head of Secondary

Head of Secondary

GEMS Cambridge International School - Nairobi

Nairobi, Kenya

  • Expired
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
31 January 2018

Job overview

GEMS Cambridge International School, Nairobi, Kenya

Are you an inspirational educator and leader who is passionate about engaging each and every student and supporting and developing each and every one of your colleagues? Do you have the right skill set and experience to lead the Secondary section of our school?

GEMS Cambridge International School in Nairobi is looking for such a leader; one who is eager to undertake the challenge of continuing to raise standards in our school in Kenya. Our school offers the chance to work in an international setting by joining the GEMS Africa Team. GEMS Africa has plans to expand its network of schools across the continent in the near future. Such ambition will provide excellent career opportunities and enhanced professional development to those working with us.

GEMS Education is the leading Kindergarten to Year 13 operator in the world, educating over 110,000 children from 151 different nationalities, in over 200 schools. To find out more about GEMS Education visit: www.gemseducation.com

The School

Now in its 6th year of operation, GEMS Cambridge International School, Nairobi, offers the National Curriculum for England through the University of Cambridge Primary and Secondary programmes, including the IGCSE and Advanced Level examinations as well as EdExcel BTEC vocational qualifications. It is a co-educational school for students from pre-Foundation Stage to Year 13.

The school, located in a very pleasant and secure residential area of Karen; a suburb of the thriving city of Nairobi, boasts a spacious, state-of-the-art campus with well-equipped teaching facilities incorporating a 400 seat auditorium, dance studio, science and computer labs, as well as extensive sports facilities, including a specialist running track, full size astro-turf pitch, indoor sports hall, fully equipped gym and an 8 lane heated swimming pool. The school also boasts a wonderful Boarding House.

The Post - Head of Secondary

We are looking to appoint an experienced Head of Secondary with the energy, drive and ambition to raise academic standards, as well as levels of pastoral guidance and care, to exceptional levels. A key area of expertise includes managing and analysing student data to ensure individual and collective progression across the school. To be considered for the post, you should already have senior leadership experience within a vibrant and diverse school and be looking to take on the next challenging stage of your career. The successful candidate will have the charisma, personality and educational philosophy to drive standards across the school, incorporating exceptional communication and leadership skills along with highly developed emotional intelligence.

The post carries an excellent remuneration package, including a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical insurance and annual flight allowance.

Application Process

If you meet these criteria, please email your CV, letter of application and a recent photograph to the Principal, Scott Webber at: info_cin@gemsedu.com by Wednesday 31st January. Interviews will be held in early February.

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About GEMS Cambridge International School - Nairobi

 GEMS Cambridge International School is a British School in Nairobi teaching students from foundation to year 13. The city of Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and the nation’s most populous city, resident to over three million people. Cambridge International school is located in the leafy suburb of Karen, opposite Nairobi National Park. The school runs no less than 8 student bus services. The school offers weekly or full-term boarding provision for boys and girls from Year 3 (7 years of age) upwards. State of the art sporting facilities include a 25 metre short-course swimming pool, international standard athletics track, all-weather, multi-purpose Astroturf field, and a large grass playing area. 

GEMS education facilities operate over 250 schools in 13 countries, teaching six international curricula. Core values of these institutions are leading through innovation, pursuing excellence, growing by learning, and global citizenship.

Chief Executive Principal

Scott Webber

Values and vision

Staff at GEMS- CIN believe that children should be encouraged to explore their interests and be free to develop their talents and pursue aspirations. The school is particularly focused on ensuring access to technology that will stimulate innovation in students. These ambitions are provided by the support of our highly experienced teachers, who always provide a stimulating learning environment. 

While great care is taken to effectively teach the British curriculum, the school also appreciates the need for students to embrace their local and wider surrounds. Ultimately, the school’s vision is to equip students with the knowledge, skills, innovation and confidence needed to enjoy successful lives in school and beyond.

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